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September 18, 1920 NERVE EXHAUSTION By PAUL VON BOECKMANN How We Become Shell-Shocked in Every - Day Life Lecturer and Author of numerous books and trealises on Mental and Physical Energy, Respiration, Psychology, Sexual Science and Nerve Culture THERE is but one malady more terrible than Nerve Exhaustion, and that is its kin, Insanity. Only those who have passed through a siege of Nerve Exhaustion can under- stand the true meaning of this statement. It is HELL; no other word can express it. At first, the victim is afraid he will dic, and as it grips him deeper, he is afraid he will not die; so great is his mental torture. He becomes panic-stricken and irresolute. A sickening sensation of weak- ness and helplessness overcomes him. He becomes obsessed with the thought of self- destruction. Nerve Exhaustion means Nerve Bankruptcy. The wonderful organ we term the Nervous System cons of countless millions of cells. These cells are reservoirs which store a mysterious energy we term Nerve Force. The amount stored represents our Nerve Capital. Every organ works with all its might to keep the supply of Nerve Force in these cells at a high level, for Life itself depends more upon Nerve Force than on the food we eat or even the air we breathe. If we unduly tax the nerves through overwork, worry, excitement or grief, or if we subject the muscular system to excessive strain, we consume more Nerve Force than the organs produc the natural result must be Nerve Exhaustion. Nerve Exhaustion is not a malady that com suddenly. It may be years in developing and the decline is accompanied by unmistakable symp- toms which, unfortunately, cannot readily be recognized. The average person thinks that when his hands do not tremble and his muscles do not twitch, he cannot possibly be nervous. This is a dangerous assumption, for people with hands as solid as a rock and who appear to be in perfect health may be dangerously near Nerve Collapse. One of the first symptoms of Nerve Exhaustion is the derangement of the Sympathetic Nervous System, the nerve branch which governs the ital organs (see diagram). In other words, the vital organs become sluggish because of insufti- cient supply of Nerve Energy. This is manifested by a cycle of weaknesses and disturbances in digestion, constipation, poor blood circulation and general muscular lassitude usually being the first to be noticed. T have for more than thirty years studied the health problem from every angle. My investiga- tions and deductions always brought me back to the immutable truth that Nerve Derangement and Nerve Weakness are the basic cause of nearly every bodily ailment, pain or disorder. 1 agree with the noted British authority on the nerves, Alfred T. Schofield, M.D., the author of numer- ous works on the subject, who says: “It is my belief that the greatest single factor in the maintenance of health is that the nerves be in order.” The Great War has taught us how frail the nervous system is, and how sensitive it is to strain, especially mental and emotional strain. Shell Shock, it was proved, does not injure the nerve fibres in themselves. The effect is entirely mental. Thousands lost their reason thereby, over 135 cases from New York alone being in asylums for the insane. Many more thousands became nervous wrecks. The strongest men be: came paralyzed so that they could not stand, eat or even speak. One-third of all the hospital cases were “nerve cases,” all due to excessive strain of the Sympathetic Nervous System. The mile-a-minute life of today, with its worry, hurry, grief and mental tension, is exactl; the same as Shell Shock, except that the shock is less forcible, but more prolonged, and in the end just as disastrous. Our crowded insane asylums bear witness to the truth of this statement. Nine people out of ten you meet have “frazzled nerves.” Perhaps you have chased from doctor to doctor seeking relief for a mysterious “something the matter with you.” Each doctor tells you that there is nothing the matter with you; that every organ is perfect. But you know there ts something the matter. You feel it, and you act it. You are tired, dizzy, cannot sleep cannot digest your food and you have pains here and there. You are told you are “run down” and need a st. Or the doctor may give you a tonic. Leave nerve tonics alone. It is like making a tired horse run by towing him behind an automobile. Our Health, Happiness and Success in life demand that we face these Fees understandingly, I have writ- ten a 64-page book on this subject which teaches how to/protect the nerves from every-day Shell Shock. It teaches how to soothe, calm and care for the nerves; —Eyes—Nove —Eare ——Throat —Bronchials —Chest Breathing —Heart —Diaphragm —Stomach “—SOLAR PLEXUS —Bladder —Pelvic Organe The Sympathetic Nervous System Showing how Every Vitel Organ is gorermed by the Nertous System. and how the Solar Plexus, commonly known as the Abdominal Brain, is the Great Central Station for the distri- bution of Nerve Force. how to nourish them through proper breathing and other means. The cost of the book is only 25 cents. Round in cloth, so cents. Remit in coin or stamps. See address at the bottom of page. If the book docs not meet your fullest expectations, your money will be refunded, plus your outlay of postage. The book “Nerve Force” solves the problem for you and will enable you to diagnose your troubles understandingly, The facts presented will prove revelation to you, and the advice given will be of in- calculable value to you You should send for this book today. It is for you, whether you have had trouble with your nerves or not. Your nerves are the most precious possession you have. Through them you experience all that makes life worth living, for to be dull nerved means to be dull brained, insensible to the higher phases of life—love, moral courage, ambition and temperament. The finer your brain is, the finer and more delicate is your nervous system, and the more imperative it is that you care for your nerves. The book is especially im- portant to those who have “high strung” nerves and those who must tax their nerves to the limit The following are extracts from letters from people who have read the book and were greatly benefited by the teachings set forth therein “T have gained 12 pounds since reading your book, and I feel so energetic. I had about given up hope of ever finding the cause of my low weight.” “Thave been treated by a number of nerve special ists, and have traveled from country to country in an endeavor to restore my nerves to normal. Your little book has done more for me than all other methods combined.”” “Your book did more for me for indigestion than {wo courses in dieting.” . “My heart is now regular again and my nerves are fine. I thought I had heart trouble, but it was simply a case of abused nerves. I have reread your book at least ten times.” A woman writes Your book has helped my nerves wonderfully. 1 am sleeping so well and in the morning I feel so rested.”” “The advice given in your book on relaxation and calming of nerves has cleared my brain. Before I was half dizzy all the time. \ physician says: “Your book shows you have a scientific and profound knowledge of the nerves and nervous people. I am recommending your book to my patients.” \ prominent lawyer in Ansonia, Conn., says: “Your book saved me from a nervous collapse, such as Thad three years ago. I now sleep soundly and am gaining weight. I can again do a real day’s work.” The Prevention of Colds Of the various books, pamphlets and treatises which T have written on the subject of health and efficiency, none has attracted more favorable comment than m: sixteen-page booklet entitled, “The Prevention of Colds.” There is no human being absolutely immune to Colds. However, people who breathe correctly and deeply are not easily susceptible to Colds. This i clearly explained in my book NERVE FORCE Other important factors, nevertheless, play an im- portant part in the prevention of Colds—factors that concern the matter of ventilation, clothing, humidit temperature, etc. These factors are fully discussed i the klet Prevention of Colds. No ailment is of greater danger than an “ordinary cold,” as it may lead to Influenza, Grippe, Pacumonia or Tuberculosis. More deaths resulted during the recent “Flu” epidemic than were killed during the entire war, over 6,000,0c0 people dying in India alone. \ copy of the booklet, Prevention of Colds, wi sent Free with either the 25¢ or soc book, N FORCE. You will agree that this alone is worth many times the price asked for both books. PAUL VON BOECKMANN Studio 147, 110 West 40th St., New York